How far is Box Elder, SD from Beresford, SD?
The driving distance from Box Elder, SD to Beresford, SD is about 368.8 miles (593.6 km), with a travel time of about 05h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 322.9 miles (519.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Lyman County, South Dakota, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Box Elder and Beresford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Box Elder and Beresford.
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Start on Front Street
29 m · 10 sec · Front Street
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Turn left onto Oak Street
111 m · 18 sec · Oak Street
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Turn right onto Highway 1416
1.4 km · 2 min · Highway 1416
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Turn left onto Liberty Boulevard
1194 ft · 26 sec · Liberty Boulevard
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Take the ramp right
2522 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
328.8 mi · 5 hr 9 min
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Take the exit slight right
2349 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
36.2 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right
1690 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto West Cedar Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Cedar Street
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Turn right onto North 3rd Street
1148 ft · 37 sec · North 3rd Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
35 m · 5 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Box Elder and Beresford.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Liberty Boulevard
Merge slight left
329 mi · 05h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers leaving Box Elder and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Beresford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Box Elder to Beresford?
The road trip is about 368.8 miles (593.6 km) and usually takes 05h 52m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Reliance is a useful midpoint, sitting about 184.1 miles from Box Elder and 184.8 miles from Beresford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 322.9 miles (519.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 45.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:14 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $49.10 one way or $98.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 115.7 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Box Elder and Beresford, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers around Box Elder and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Beresford.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Box Elder and Beresford. Straight-line distance: 322.85 mi (519.58 km).
#1 Box Elder
City in Pennington County, South Dakota, United States
| Population | 7,165 |
| Coordinates | 44.1124900, -103.0682300 |
| Altitude | 925 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Beresford
City in South Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,609 |
| Coordinates | 43.0805400, -96.7736600 |
| Altitude | 457 |
| Country | United States |
End: Beresford (-96.77366, 43.08054)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 594 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 36m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $49.10 | $98.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $55.37 | $110.75 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $60.60 | $121.19 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $69.06 | $138.12 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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